News for 'STOCKS'

RBI's 'Calibrated Tightening' Drags Indian Markets Lower Amid Global Headwinds

RBI's 'Calibrated Tightening' Drags Indian Markets Lower Amid Global Headwinds

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) recent repo rate hike and its signal for continued monetary tightening, coupled with rising crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 8.

Pressure on current account is a temporary problem, says RBI Governor

"Pressure on current account is a temporary problem," says RBI Governor

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

"Pressure on the current account is a temporary problem. Sooner rather than later, our external sector will improve," said RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

Nifty ends higher, Sensex dips amid mixed market signals

Nifty ends higher, Sensex dips amid mixed market signals

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed mixed on Friday. While a drop in crude oil prices offered some relief, weakness in IT stocks and several Tata Group counters, including a significant dip in Tata Chemicals and ongoing boardroom issues at Tata Sons, limited a broader market recovery.

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

'Suspension Of PERM May Not Immediately Affect Indian IT Companies'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

'...but could demotivate employees seeking US residency.'

Stock Markets Today: Sensex Rises, Nifty Sinks as New Closing Auction Session Takes Effect

Stock Markets Today: Sensex Rises, Nifty Sinks as New Closing Auction Session Takes Effect

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced mixed trading following the introduction of a new Closing Auction Session (CAS) for shares with futures and options (F&O) contracts, aimed at enhancing price discovery transparency. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 4

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rise on Bajaj Finance Q1 result

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Rise on Bajaj Finance Q1 result

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened higher on Friday, primarily driven by a significant surge in Bajaj Finance shares following its strong Q1 FY27 earnings report, coupled with continued foreign fund inflows and a dip in crude oil prices. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 31.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty jump as IT stocks lead rally

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty jump as IT stocks lead rally

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, driven by a rally in IT stocks and tempered expectations of US Federal Reserve monetary tightening following softer-than-expected US jobs data. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 3.

Economic Think Tank Urges Government To Scrap UPI Charges

Economic Think Tank Urges Government To Scrap UPI Charges

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Economic think tank GTRI has urged the Indian government to withdraw the proposed UPI charges, set to begin on October 15, arguing that the digital payment system should remain free for merchants and consumers. GTRI warns that these charges could lead to higher prices, reduced earnings for small businesses, and weakened household demand, while also benefiting international card networks by eroding UPI's price advantage. The think tank also called for an independent audit of UPI's running costs.

Sept IPO Fundraising Highest In CY26

Sept IPO Fundraising Highest In CY26

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian IPO market recorded its highest monthly fundraising in September, with 34 mainboard companies raising 39,309 crore, despite a significant decline in the Nifty 50 index.

Indian Equities Close Flat as US Fed Rate Hike Weighs; NSE IPO Subscribed 39% on Day 1

Indian Equities Close Flat as US Fed Rate Hike Weighs; NSE IPO Subscribed 39% on Day 1

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed nearly flat on Thursday, influenced by the US Federal Reserve's interest rate hike and indications of further monetary tightening. Despite some intraday gains, caution prevailed, with foreign institutional investors continuing to offload equities. Meanwhile, the National Stock Exchange of India's (NSE) mega initial public offering opened for subscription, garnering 39 per cent subscription on its first day.

'NSE's role as trading platform will prevail over business interest'

'NSE's role as trading platform will prevail over business interest'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

National Stock Exchange (NSE) Chairman Srinivas Injeti stated that post-listing, the exchange's duties as a stock trading marketplace and its responsibilities as a commercial entity will see public interest overriding business interests if the two intersect.

Jio Platforms' IPO key driver for RIL stock

Jio Platforms' IPO key driver for RIL stock

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Reliance Industries (RIL) delivered a better-than-expected operational performance in Q1FY27, driven by a recovery in its oil-to-chemicals (O2C) business and robust gains in the telecom (Jio) segment, though its retail arm missed estimates. Analysts highlight the upcoming Jio Platforms IPO and execution in new energy and consumer businesses as key triggers for the stock's future growth.

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

'Airtel Will Remain An Institution Run By Professionals'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

'The Rs 35,000 crore of capex every year, I don't get to sign 35 paise out of this.'

Airtel Money files for London IPO, IFC to buy $90 mn stake

Airtel Money files for London IPO, IFC to buy $90 mn stake

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Airtel Africa's mobile payments arm, Airtel Money, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange, with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) agreeing to purchase shares worth up to $90 million at the final offer price.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty climb in early trade

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty climb in early trade

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw gains in early trade, driven by a decline in crude oil prices due to easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and strong buying interest in the IT sector.

Why India's Banks Need A Five-Day Week

Why India's Banks Need A Five-Day Week

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

A two-day weekend would help employees recover physically and mentally. They would return better prepared for branch work that demands patience, judgment, and accuracy, asserts Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Crude Oil Surge, Geopolitical Worries Drive Sensex Down 1,124 Points

Crude Oil Surge, Geopolitical Worries Drive Sensex Down 1,124 Points

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn, with the Sensex plunging 1,124 points to a six-month low and the Nifty closing below 22,800, driven by surging crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical uncertainties, and weak global market trends.

Sensex, Nifty Rebound as Global Cues Ease Rate Hike Fears

Sensex, Nifty Rebound as Global Cues Ease Rate Hike Fears

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed higher on Monday, driven by softer-than-expected US jobs data which reduced expectations of aggressive monetary tightening by the US Federal Reserve, boosting risk appetite across emerging markets.

'Hrishida Wasn't Partial To Any Actor'

'Hrishida Wasn't Partial To Any Actor'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

'Today, even the greatest artistes are guided by monetary impulses. For Hrishida, relationships mattered the most.'

Indian Equities Tumble as Sensex Tanks 1,248 Points, Nifty Below 23,100

Indian Equities Tumble as Sensex Tanks 1,248 Points, Nifty Below 23,100

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline, with the Sensex tumbling 1,247.71 points and the Nifty settling below 23,100, primarily driven by a significant spike in crude oil prices and weak global market trends.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline as Geopolitical Tensions Push Crude Oil Prices Higher

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline as Geopolitical Tensions Push Crude Oil Prices Higher

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw declines in early trade, influenced by elevated crude oil prices stemming from renewed geopolitical uncertainties, particularly concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 11, 2026.

Not Consulted On Tata Sons Recast Proposal: Trusts Vice-Chairmen

Not Consulted On Tata Sons Recast Proposal: Trusts Vice-Chairmen

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Tata Trusts Vice-Chairmen Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh challenge a proposed reorganisation of Tata Sons, alleging a lack of trustee consultation and raising concerns about its regulatory and financial implications.

Sensex drops 570 points as foreign funds exit, crude oil prices surge

Sensex drops 570 points as foreign funds exit, crude oil prices surge

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recorded their fourth consecutive day of losses, driven by relentless foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, rising bond yields, and a significant surge in crude oil prices, impacting overall investor sentiment.

Value Buying Fuels Market Rebound: Sensex Climbs 333 Pts, Nifty Above 23,200

Value Buying Fuels Market Rebound: Sensex Climbs 333 Pts, Nifty Above 23,200

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Wednesday, driven by value buying in banking stocks and select heavyweight counters, with the Sensex climbing 332.63 points and the Nifty ending above 23,200.

Sensex, Nifty fall despite global cues; IT, financials lead decline

Sensex, Nifty fall despite global cues; IT, financials lead decline

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower on Tuesday, with the Sensex declining 329.91 points to 74,529.08 and the Nifty dipping 85.30 points to 23,329, primarily dragged by underperformance in IT, financial, and capital goods stocks despite positive global market trends and easing crude oil prices.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rally as bank stocks surge, crude oil prices dip

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rally as bank stocks surge, crude oil prices dip

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw early gains driven by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks, fresh foreign fund inflows, and a decline in global crude oil prices, boosting investor confidence.

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Listing, according to Noel Tata, will fundamentally change how the company and the group have been working over the past 150 years.

Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 21% in September, Driven by Festive Demand

Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 21% in September, Driven by Festive Demand

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India are estimated to have grown by approximately 21 per cent to 4.60 lakh units in September, with major carmakers like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, M&M, and Hyundai all reporting double-digit growth, driven by increased supplies for the upcoming peak festival season and healthy demand.

Sensex, Nifty fall for third day on crude prices, FII outflows

Sensex, Nifty fall for third day on crude prices, FII outflows

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their losses for a third consecutive day, driven by firm crude oil prices, elevated global bond yields, and significant foreign fund outflows, making investors cautious.

QIBs drive bulk of demand as NSE IPO subscribed 5.7 times

QIBs drive bulk of demand as NSE IPO subscribed 5.7 times

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Institutional portion subscribed 12.68 times; retail crosses quota.

Sebi Reviews UPI Charges For Brokers

Sebi Reviews UPI Charges For Brokers

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'Treating stock brokers as merchants for MDR is fundamentally misplaced.'

UAE to Invest Additional $25 Billion in India, Deepening Economic Ties

UAE to Invest Additional $25 Billion in India, Deepening Economic Ties

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed intent to invest an additional $25 billion in India, with an ultimate goal of reaching $100 billion in investments, Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced. This comes as both nations plan to enhance cooperation in shipping, ports, energy, and emerging technologies, against a backdrop of expanding bilateral trade.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Surge on Lower Crude Prices, Easing Geopolitical Tensions

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Surge on Lower Crude Prices, Easing Geopolitical Tensions

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw significant gains in early trade, driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions, alongside renewed foreign fund inflows.

Longest Nifty Losing Streak Since Covid

Longest Nifty Losing Streak Since Covid

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

'India is collateral damage. There is no way that foreign investors are going to bring money in India despite our yields also going up.'

Jio Platforms IPO Set for October End Listing, Valued at $143-146 Billion

Jio Platforms IPO Set for October End Listing, Valued at $143-146 Billion

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Digital services major Jio Platforms is anticipated to list on the stock exchange by the end of October, with an estimated enterprise valuation of USD 143-146 billion, making it India's largest public offer at around USD 3.8 billion.

Premium Office Rents Surge in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR Due to Supply Constraints

Premium Office Rents Surge in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR Due to Supply Constraints

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Large office leases in Mumbai and Delhi-NCR are commanding premium rentals in key micro-locations, driven by a scarcity of quality Grade-A space and sustained occupier demand, according to real estate consultants.

Indian Stocks Dip as Global Crude Oil Prices Jump Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Indian Stocks Dip as Global Crude Oil Prices Jump Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, with the Sensex dropping 388 points and Nifty declining 112 points, as a sharp rally in crude oil prices, driven by geopolitical uncertainties and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, dampened investor sentiment and reignited inflation fears.

Chandra reappointment: Tata Trusts call the vote 'illegal', setting up boardroom battle

Chandra reappointment: Tata Trusts call the vote 'illegal', setting up boardroom battle

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

The Tata Sons board has voted to reappoint N Chandrasekaran as chairman for a third five-year term, a decision influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's rejection of the company's application to surrender its NBFC registration, which revives the prospect of a stock market listing.

Trump Can't Concede Defeat; He Doesn't Know How To Win

Trump Can't Concede Defeat; He Doesn't Know How To Win

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

There are only bad and worse options before him, points out Aakar Patel.

Tata Listing Will Add Fresh Equity To Market

Tata Listing Will Add Fresh Equity To Market

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

At a valuation of around Rs 10 trillion, Tata Sons would rank among India's 10 largest listed companies and could qualify for inclusion in key indices such as the Nifty 50, Sensex and the Nifty 100.